Gorham Street - Phase I — Income-Restricted Housing in Lowell, MA 01852
305 Gorham St., Lowell, MA 01852
24 units · 1–3 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2015
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 2 1 bedroom · 17 2 bedrooms · 5 3 bedrooms
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- Apply through Lowell Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 65 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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Rents and income limits in 01852
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,280/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $91,200/yr
- Renters in 01852 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Lowell, MA area · median family income $143,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $30,050 | $50,050 | $76,750 |
| 2 | $34,350 | $57,200 | $87,700 |
| 3 | $38,650 | $64,350 | $98,650 |
| 4 | $42,900 | $71,500 | $109,600 |
| 5 | $46,350 | $77,250 | $118,400 |
| 6 | $49,800 | $82,950 | $127,150 |
| 7 | $53,200 | $88,700 | $135,950 |
| 8 | $56,650 | $94,400 | $144,700 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 01852 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,590 | $1,659 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,750 | $1,831 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,383 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,750 | $2,878 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,000 | $3,132 |
Wider area = Lowell, MA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,050 (03076) to $3,150 (01876).
Census figures for 01852 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,581. Median household income $80,906. 56% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 01852's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 01852Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Gorham Street - Phase I?
No phone is listed for Gorham Street - Phase I. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Gorham Street - Phase I Section 8 housing?
Gorham Street - Phase I is listed as income-restricted housing in Lowell, MA 01852 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Gorham Street - Phase I?
Public records list 24 units at Gorham Street - Phase I in Lowell, MA 01852. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Gorham Street - Phase I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 01852 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Gorham Street - Phase I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Gorham Street - Phase I in Lowell, MA 01852. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lowell, MA 01852?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lowell, MA 01852 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $50,050, and $71,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($76,750 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Lowell, MA 01852?
For many programs in Lowell, MA 01852, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $50,050 a year for 1 person and $71,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $76,750 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lowell, MA 01852?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lowell, MA 01852, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lowell, MA 01852 is $2,280 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Gorham Street - Phase I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Gorham Street - Phase I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Lowell, MA 01852 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Gorham Street - Phase I.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.